Developers of the juvenile justice system in the U.S. intended legal intervention to be provided under the rules of civil law rather than criminal law.

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The original intention of the juvenile justice system was to provide legal intervention using civil law rather than criminal law. This was meant to be a more rehabilitative approach, focusing on the best interests of the child rather than punishment. However, over time, the system has become more punitive and criminal-like in its practices.

Developers of the Juvenile Justice System in the U